Run Wild. Finish Loud

Born from the legacy of the Hanmer Springs Alpine Marathon, the Hanmer Springs Adventure Run presented by Hanmer Holiday Homes, has been created as a celebration of trail running in the region.

The run is a high country trail running event set against the striking backdrop of Hanmer Springs. Starting and finishing in the heart of the village, you’ll head straight from the buzz of the start line into rugged climbs, alpine trails, and forested ridge lines before returning to town with a medal and a story.

Choose from the 55km, 24km courses over Mt Isobel – Canterbury’s most climbed peak or take on the shorter 15km and 7km loop through hills and trail. However you finish, there’s one final challenge waiting: ringing the historic 1879 fire station bell to mark your achievement.

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The 55km Ultra Marathon course takes you over Mt Isobel, Canterbury’s most climbed peak and takes you deep into the Hanmer Forest, with more than 2,000m of climbing across rugged ridge lines, steep forest trails, and exposed alpine terrain. It’s 90% trail, 100% grit.

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The 24km Adventure Run course is a true alpine trail experience, taking you high into the hills and over Mt Isobel – the most climbed peak in the Canterbury region. With 1,587m of vertical gain and 90% trail terrain, this is a run that challenges your legs and rewards your senses.

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The 15km Hanmer Forest Run is flat, fast, and seriously fun. You’ll cruise wide trails, fly through golden poplars, and soak up all the forest feels — with a cheeky splash through the Percival River before the finish line. No big climbs, just pure Hanmer forest energy from start to finish.

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Don’t let the distance fool you – the 7km course still packs the adventure and the full Hanmer trail experience. Designed for those chasing a taste of the adventure without the full mountain climb, this loop winds through hillside trails, forest tracks, and open views above the village.

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